Stag FC And Crow Pie FC Draw 2-2 At Clifton Upon Dunsmore

The Stag FC hosted Crow Pie FC at Clifton Upon Dunsmore Playing Field on 2nd November 2025, with kick-off at 11:00am in a keenly contested league encounter that ended in a 2-2 stalemate. Referee James Beech oversaw the 90 minutes of action, which featured an early Crow Pie opener, a spectacular equaliser from a corner, and a pulsating second half with goals at either end.

The Stag FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, deploying Lewis Hudson in goal to marshal the defence. The back four consisted of Jack Cannell at right back, Alex Vineall and Ryan Evans as central defenders, and Elsio Peixoto on the left flank. In midfield, Tom Bishop and Dylan Tellyn operated as the double pivot, tasked with both shielding the defence and initiating attacks. Ahead of them, Adam Gould took up the right attacking midfield role, Liam Townsend played centrally behind the striker, and Matt Merrick occupied the left attacking midfield position. Leading the line was striker Miguel Frater, expected to spearhead the offensive efforts. Kieron Parry was also named among the starters, though his precise position was unspecified. No substitutes were listed for The Stag FC.

Crow Pie FC struck first in the 20th minute, unsettling the home side and setting the tone for a competitive encounter. The Stag FC responded with growing confidence, and it was Ryan Evans who restored parity just before half-time, scoring a remarkable goal directly from a corner kick in the 39th minute. This rare and impressive feat lifted the home crowd and ensured the teams went into the break level at 1-1.

The second half began with The Stag FC taking the initiative. Central midfielder Tom Bishop showcased his technical ability with a deft lob over the Crow Pie goalkeeper in the 51st minute, putting the hosts ahead for the first time. The goal highlighted Bishop’s vision and composure, giving The Stag FC a deserved lead early in the second period.

However, Crow Pie FC were not to be denied and found an equaliser in the 70th minute, cancelling out Bishop’s effort and setting up a tense finale. Despite The Stag FC’s attempts to regain control, the match concluded at 2-2, a fair reflection of the evenly matched contest.

Miguel Frater, leading the line throughout, was named Player of the Match for his tireless work rate and influence in attack, even though he did not find the net. His movement and hold-up play were pivotal in creating chances for his teammates.

Overall, The Stag FC showed resilience and quality, particularly in their set-piece execution and midfield creativity. Crow Pie FC’s early goal and late response ensured they left Clifton Upon Dunsmore with a valuable point, maintaining their competitive edge in the league. The draw leaves both sides with something to build on as the season progresses.